Planning and Economic Analyst
Minneapolis, MN
Planning and Economic Analyst - ( 24000184 )
Description
Strong communities don’t just happen—they’re built. They’re creatively imagined, collaboratively planned, and readied to face tomorrow with optimism. Here at Stantec, we’re driving the future of Community Development. Our experts lead their fields, collaborating on projects that are as technically challenging as they are impactful, creative, and fulfilling. We’re a place where you can apply your passion—and find endless opportunities to help make communities more equitable, resilient, and livable.
The Stantec community unites more than 22,000 employees working in over 400 locations. Our work—professional consulting in planning, engineering, architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, surveying, environmental sciences, project management, and project economics—begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships. With a long-term commitment to the people and places we serve, Stantec has the unique ability to connect to projects on a personal level and advance the quality of life in communities across the globe.
Your Opportunity
As a Planning and Economic Analyst, you would be the next member of Stantec’s national Development Economics team. We provide research and analysis to illuminate the context for development and revitalization in local communities, and we provide clear strategies and implementation steps to surmount challenges and advance the development outcomes that address local needs.
We are active in developing industry leading methodologies for understanding the economic geography of housing and economic development in local communities and putting that research to work in support of urban planning, housing and economic development projects.
As we’ve been sharpening our methodologies, the demand for our services has been growing and we need another reliable and capable colleague. We are seeking someone with a background in a combination of urban planning, community development, economics, and/or real estate—with an analytical orientation and data analysis skillset.
If hired, you would be joining a technical power center within Stantec. But equally important is our shared commitment to fostering a team and workplace culture that is inclusive and supportive and collaborative.
Your Key Responsibilities
Utilize an analytical toolkit encompassing coding and spreadsheet methodologies to conduct market, economic, demographic and map-based analyses, in order to create exhibits and communicate findings.
Utilize strong writing and clear and comfortable verbal communication to convey information and build relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Utilize and build your knowledge of local planning practices, policies and regulations, as well as community engagement processes.
Work with clients and members of the community/public in a variety of settings from formal public hearings to listening sessions.
Drafting and supporting development market research for plans of all scales and site-based development studies
Drafting presentation and narrative content for housing studies, economic development strategies, and development aspects of planning projects
Conducting interviews of developers and real estate professionals to deepen insights relative to geographic areas of focus
Conduct data analysis utilizing coding and spreadsheet methodologies.
Preparing map exhibits, that illustrate patterns of land use and development, and features that illuminate their market context and potential opportunities.
Preparing maps that illuminate demographic and economic conditions
Conduct strategy and best practices research on housing, retail and financial strategies in support of housing and development studies.
Coordinate with multiple parties including internal teams and external consultants, and occasionally with the client.
Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
Be interested in learning all facets of planning and development, and in bringing projects from concept to deliverable.
Data analysis skills utilizing coding and spreadsheet methodologies
Understanding of urban economics and development economics
Collaborative and team building orientation
Strong writing, verbal communication and organizational skills.Proficiency in utilizing data analytics coding languages (Python, sql, pandas), and Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.Ability to work independently and apply strong critical thinking skills
Knowledge and experience with market and development research platforms
Knowledge of urban planning principles is preferred
Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in one of the following areas: Urban Planning, Geography, Economics, Real Estate or related field is required. Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Economics or Real Estate Development is preferred.
0.5-1 year of related professional experience. 2 to 5 years of related professional experience is preferred.
Experience with GIS and particularly ArcGIS Pro is preferred.
This position description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave. Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location : United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis
Organization : BC-1938 CommDev-US North Central
Employee Status : Regular
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Mar 18, 2024, 8:22:44 AM
Req ID: 24000184
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
